We’d like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum.

This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are – or become – political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

The MSE Forum Team would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas. However, we know this time of year can be difficult for some. If you're struggling during the festive period, here's a list of organisations that might be able to help
📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!
Has MSE helped you to save or reclaim money this year? Share your 2025 MoneySaving success stories!

Retainer fee! Help, advice?

2»

Comments

  • Samantha02
    Samantha02 Posts: 13 Forumite
    10 Posts Name Dropper
    I used to pay it directly from my bank account. Thanks for the info! It’s been quite informative, as I didn’t think they could deduct from furlough. 
  • Jonesy1977
    Jonesy1977 Posts: 295 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    I said theoretically because the pay will come from the employer to you so they could withhold (that is not to say they should) also your redundancy notice pay is not furlough pay and therefore it should be 100% 
  • Samantha02
    Samantha02 Posts: 13 Forumite
    10 Posts Name Dropper
    Thanks I’ll be checking my payslip for my notice pay to see if it paid correctly!
Meet your Ambassadors

🚀 Getting Started

Hi new member!

Our Getting Started Guide will help you get the most out of the Forum

Categories

  • All Categories
  • 352.9K Banking & Borrowing
  • 253.9K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 454.7K Spending & Discounts
  • 246K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 602.1K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 177.8K Life & Family
  • 259.9K Travel & Transport
  • 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
  • 16K Discuss & Feedback
  • 37.7K Read-Only Boards

Is this how you want to be seen?

We see you are using a default avatar. It takes only a few seconds to pick a picture.